“In fact more and more excitement has been created as more of the local community are getting involved in one way or another.

“It is our chance to showcase the talent within the town, be that musical, theatrical, dance, business or whatever, but at the same time all working together with one goal.

“The procession this year approved by the authorities, subject to acceptance of the costs involved, will be a traditional carnival road procession including motorised floats and walking bands etc through the South Shore area.

“The Blackpool Carnival is so much more than an annual event, it is an ongoing process throughout the year getting more and more of the community involved.”